1956 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 770 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | DS | Discovery |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2550 mm |